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Initial Public Offering (IPO)

Why in the News? OpenAI has announced its readiness for a future Initial Public Offering (IPO). Laws Governing IPOs in India: SEBI Act, 1992: Empowers SEBI to regulate capital markets and IPO processes. Companies Act, 2013: Governs company formation, prospectus rules, and disclosure norms. SEBI (ICDR) Regulations, 2018: Specifies detailed rules on IPO eligibility, pricing,… Continue reading Initial Public Offering (IPO)

Continuation of Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) 

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Interest Subvention (IS) component under the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for the financial year 2025–26. About Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS): Central Sector Scheme: It helps farmers get low-interest short-term loans through the Kisan Credit Card (KCC). Nodal Agencies: The scheme… Continue reading Continuation of Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) 

Birth Anniversary of Veer Savarkar

Why in the News? The Prime Minister paid tributes to Veer Savarkar on his birth anniversary on May 28th. About Veer Savarkar: Life, Contributions, and Legacy Details Who was Veer Savarkar? • Born on May 28, 1883, in Bhagur, Maharashtra, • Founded the Abhinav Bharat Society (1904) with his brother Ganesh Damodar Savarkar for armed… Continue reading Birth Anniversary of Veer Savarkar

Culling of Vermins

Why in the News? The Kerala Cabinet is exploring the legal possibility of introducing a bill to permit scientific and regulated culling of wild animals, particularly feral boars. What are Vermins? Definition: Vermins are animals considered harmful or nuisance-causing because they damage crops, threaten livestock, or pose risks to human life and property. Examples: Common… Continue reading Culling of Vermins

[29th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s financial sector reforms need a shake-up

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2013] The product diversification of financial institutions and insurance companies, resulting in overlapping of products and services strengthens the case for the merger of the two regulatory agencies, namely SEBI and IRDA. Justify. Linkage: The structure and efficiency of financial sector regulation by discussing the potential merger of two key regulatory bodies… Continue reading [29th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s financial sector reforms need a shake-up

AMCA Project

Why in the News? The defence minister has cleared the execution model for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project, where Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) must now compete with private companies for the production contract under a new industry partnership model. About the AMCA Project: Overview: The Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) is India’s fifth-generation… Continue reading AMCA Project

TR1 Cells: The Hidden Warriors in Malaria Immunity

Why in the News? Scientists at Stanford University discovered that TR1 cells play a dominant role in fighting malaria reinfections. Understanding the Body’s Immune Response: What is the Immune System? It’s the body’s defence system that protects us from infections like malaria. First Defence: The skin and body surfaces block germs from entering. Innate Immunity:… Continue reading TR1 Cells: The Hidden Warriors in Malaria Immunity

[28th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The silver jubilee of a Strategic Partnership

PYQ Relevance:  [UPSC 2019] The time has come for India and Japan to build a strong contemporary relationship, one involving global and strategic partnership that will have a great significance for Asia and the world as a whole.’ Comment. Linkage: The term “strategic partnership” in the context of India’s relationship with another major country (Japan).… Continue reading [28th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The silver jubilee of a Strategic Partnership

Energy and efficiency: On India and greater energy efficiency mandates

Why in the News? Despite rising power deficits amid urbanisation and climate pressures, India’s UJALA scheme showcases energy efficiency’s impact—saving $10B and 9,500 MW—highlighting efficiency over mere capacity expansion. What challenges does India face in meeting its peak power demand? Rising Peak Demand due to Urbanisation and Climate Change: Rapid urbanisation and increasing use of… Continue reading Energy and efficiency: On India and greater energy efficiency mandates

Bow Echo Storms

Why in the News? New Delhi recently faced a severe thunderstorm with winds up to 100 kmph, forming a bow echo — a crescent-shaped pattern seen on weather radar. About Bow Echo: What is it: A bow echo is a storm pattern on radar that looks like a curved bow, similar to an archer’s bow.… Continue reading Bow Echo Storms

Centre restores RoDTEP Scheme

Why in the News? To boost India’s export strength, the government has restored Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme benefits for eligible exports starting June 1, 2025. Details of the Latest Update: RoDTEP benefits have now been restored for Advance Authorization (AA) holders, Export-Oriented Units (EOUs), and Special Economic Zones (SEZs).… Continue reading Centre restores RoDTEP Scheme

Conservation of Dugongs

Why in the News? May 28 is celebrated every year as World Dugong Day. About Dugongs: Species Info: Dugong dugon, also known as sea cows, are herbivorous marine mammals closely related to manatees but live only in saltwater. Habitat: They live in shallow coastal waters and are mainly found in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands,… Continue reading Conservation of Dugongs

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